MARTIN COUNTY, Fla. — The Border Collie Society of America confirmed Wednesday that Paige O'Donnell, 62, was formerly a member and board member of the organization but had not held membership for many years. Breed organization distances itself from former member"The circumstances reported in this case do not reflect the values, principles, or standards of care that BCSA promotes for the Border Collie breed," the Border Collie Society of America stated in a Facebook post Wednesday. The organization unequivocally condemned the neglect and mistreatment, calling the reported conditions "wholly inconsistent with the standard of care every border collie deserves." Community support mobilizes for rescue effortsThe Border Collie Society of America said it has donated $1,000 to the Humane Society of the Treasure Coast and is directing donations to its rescue fund through Sept. 11 to the same organization. The Border Collie Society of America emphasized that no one should feel ashamed to ask for help, noting that reaching out for support can prevent both people and animals from suffering.